Getting Started

I'll be using a selection of CD's, DVD's and books to learn, mainly written by Gerry O'Connor, although not exclusively.

Gerry O'Connor is a well respected Irish banjo and fiddle player, famous throughout his country and appearing regularly both as a solo artist and in various bands, notably Four Men & a Dog. When I first got interested in Irish music it was O'Connor's style that immediately appealed to me and I had no hesitation in buying his books etc from which to learn.

There are other exponents of the genre, who will no doubt get a mention from time to time as I learn more about it. I have no doubt that I will acquire more methods of learning, but for now I'll stick with the ones I have and see how I go.

For the time being I'm waiting for the instrument to arrive. It was posted a few days ago from England - or so I am assured. It's now just a matter of waiting - and trying to be patient.